Evening & Northern Lights Reindeer Safari Rovaniemi
An evening reindeer safari from Rovaniemi costs €109–€199 for 2–4.5 hours, with 20 minutes to about an hour in the sleigh. The northern lights are a chance, not part of the ticket — every listing says so — so choose a ride you would enjoy under clouds too.
★ Most reviewed- 10evening reindeer safaris on GetYourGuide; only the Apukka night ride has more than 100 reviews
- 3.5 kmthe longest stated ride — 3 km (about 45 min) on the evening safari
- €109the cheapest: a 20-minute sledge ride; a private evening costs €445
- 6–9people per group where the listing states it
- At the stopaurora photos are taken at the stop, not from the sleigh
Northern lights reindeer safari Rovaniemi: which night ride to book
Book the ride, not the lights: the longer sleigh time and a fire are what you get every night.
Book the ride, not the lights: the longer sleigh time and a fire are what you get every night.
Most reviewedApukka Reindeer Sleigh Ride at Night4.5 hours · about an hour (reviews) · bonfire, sausage
Longest statedNorthern Lights Reindeer Sleigh Ride 3.5 km3.5 hours · 3.5 km · pickup within 15 km
Forest ride with a fire2km Aurora Reindeer Safari Through the Forest3 hours · 2–2.5 kmA 20-minute reindeer ride, then a herder's talk and warm juice — the cheapest way to see reindeer after dark.
CheapestNorthern Lights Reindeer Sledge Ride3 hours · 20 min · juice and biscuitsYour group alone with a campfire stop — new, so no reviews yet.
PrivatePrivate Reindeer & Northern Lights Tour3 hours · campfire stop · NewEvening & northern lights reindeer safari Rovaniemi tickets — all 10 compared
All 10 evening reindeer rides side by side; group size and fire matter more than the photo on the listing.
| Tour | Duration | In the sleigh | Group | Fire and food | Rating | From | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Santa's Reindeer and Husky Safari with Aurora BBQHuskies + aurora | 7 hours | 400 m | max 8 | Aurora BBQHot drinkSnack | ★4.5 (171) | €219 | Check dates |
| Most reviewedApukka Reindeer Sleigh Ride at NightEvening | 4.5 hours | ≈60 mindistance not stated | — | Hot drinkSnack | ★4.3 (102) | €195 | Check dates |
| Northern Lights Reindeer Sledge RideEvening | 3 hours | ≈20 mindistance not stated | — | Hot drinkSnack | ★4.4 (25) | €109 | Check dates |
 Evening Reindeer SafariEvening | 2 hours | 3 km≈45 min | max 6 | Hot drink | ★4.4 (14) | €199 | Check dates |
| 2km Aurora Reindeer Safari Through the ForestEvening | 3 hours | 2–2.5 km≈40 min | — | FireHot drinkSnack | ★4.5 (12) | €179 | Check dates |
 Northern Lights & Reindeer Evening ExperienceEvening | 3.5 hours | Not statedby the operator | max 7 | Hot drinkSnack | ★5.0 (5) | €169 | Check dates |
 Reindeer Safari and Northern Lights TourEvening | 2.5 hours | ≈30 mindistance not stated | max 9 | Hot drink | ★3.3 (4) | €220 | Check dates |
| Its title matches the search exactly, but its guests rate it ★3.3 from 4 reviews — read them before booking. | |||||||
 Aurora Reindeer Sleigh Ride & Cozy Farm EveningEvening | 3 hours | ≈40–60 mindistance not stated | max 8 | Hot drink | ★5.0 (3) | €179 | Check dates |
| Northern Lights Reindeer Sleigh Ride 3.5 kmEvening | 3.5 hours | 3.5 km | — | Hot drinkSnack | New | €199 | Check dates |
| Private Reindeer & Northern Lights TourEvening | 3 hours | Not statedby the operator | — | FireHot drink | New | €445 | Check dates |
Source: GetYourGuide listing "from" per person · Oct 2026 · "not stated" = the operator doesn't give it.
Aurora reindeer safari Rovaniemi: will you see the northern lights?
Maybe — it depends on clouds and solar activity, and no reindeer listing promises it.
Not guaranteed
Every evening reindeer listing says sightings depend on clouds and solar activity.
A cloudy night still has the ride
The dark forest, stars or falling snow, the fire and the stories. A reviewer who saw no aurora still gave the Apukka ride 5 stars for the night sky and the stars (28 Dec 2025).
Lights first? Take a bus hunt
An aurora bus tour drives to clear skies; a reindeer ride stays at one farm.
Northern lights reindeer safari Rovaniemi: cold, dark and photos
You sit still at night for 20–60 minutes, often at −20 °C or colder, so wear the overalls if they're included and rent them if they aren't.
Sitting still at −20 °C
Reviewers of the Apukka night ride mention about −30 °C; one wished for an extra blanket.
Clothing: 5 of 9 include it
Thermal clothing is included on 5 of the 9 evening rides we could check, including the Apukka night ride; the evening experience lists winter overalls as not included.
Photos at the stop
A reviewer of the evening safari found it too dark for good pictures during the ride (26 Jan 2025). Take aurora shots at the stop, with a tripod or a phone night mode.
Evening & northern lights reindeer safari Rovaniemi price
€169–€199 buys a proper evening ride with a fire; €109 is a short 20-minute ride; €445 is private.
GetYourGuide "from" per person, Oct 2026 · all reindeer safari prices →
Northern lights reindeer safari Rovaniemi — FAQ
Is a northern lights reindeer safari worth it?
Yes, if you would enjoy a night ride in the forest even without aurora: you get 40–60 minutes in the sleigh and a fire for about €180–€199. If seeing the lights is the only goal, an aurora bus tour that chases clear skies gives better odds.
Are the northern lights guaranteed?
No. Every evening reindeer listing says sightings depend on weather and solar activity.
What time do evening reindeer safaris start?
Start times depend on the date and are shown in each tour's booking calendar; the evening rides here run after dark and last 2–4.5 hours including transfer.
How long is the ride in the dark?
From 20 minutes on the cheapest to about an hour on the Apukka night ride; 3–3.5 km on the rides that state distance.
Can children come on an evening safari?
Several exclude children under 3, including the Apukka night ride and the 3.5 km ride; sitting still in the cold is the real limit.
How cold is it?
Often −15 to −30 °C at night in midwinter; January's mean in Rovaniemi is −12 °C.
Can I combine reindeer, huskies and the aurora?
Yes: Santa's reindeer and husky safari with aurora BBQ — 7 h, ★4.5 (171), €219.
Book a northern lights reindeer safari in Rovaniemi
Live dates and prices for Apukka Reindeer Sleigh Ride at Night — the pick for this page. Other tours are linked above.
